In Brief:
- MapleStory Universe has surpassed 1.75 million lifetime accounts.
- Monthly ARPU for September 2025 stood at $13.40, experiencing a 14% drop.
- Future updates include the 5th job advancement for MapleStory N and improvements in third-party integration.
MapleStory Universe, an ecosystem comprising the MapleStory N PC game and its associated NFT marketplace, has reported significant growth in its Q3 2025 update, reaching a milestone of 1.75 million lifetime accounts. The blockchain foundation that supports this ecosystem, Henesys, is maintaining a robust daily active unique wallet count of around 70,000.
Financial Performance
Financial metrics have fluctuated, with the ARPU (Average Revenue Per User) in September 2025 falling to 56 NXPC, equivalent to $13.40, a 14% decrease from August. The in-game NESO currency and the NXPC cryptocurrency have both expanded their holder base by 41% and 21%, respectively. Despite this growth in holders, the value of NXPC has depreciated by 44% over the past month, currently valued at $0.35.
September alone saw a total revenue of 2.5 million NXPC, or approximately $856,000, allocated mainly to enhancing characters and items within the game. The marketplace fees contributed to about 10% of this volume.
Future Developments
As for upcoming initiatives, MapleStory Universe will enhance its openness to third-party contributions by introducing an expanded API and a new builder affiliate program in the next quarter. Alongside these technological advancements, the MapleStory N game is set to receive its 5th job advancement update, alongside various monthly events, and enhancements to the Credit Level System aimed at improving security measures against bots.
Players and developers interested in more detailed data and updates can access further information through the MapleStory Universe Explorer page. These developments are part of ongoing efforts to enrich the experience within the MapleStory Universe and ensure its continued appeal to both players and developers.
